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#55 of 219 schools in DE

Top 25% in state

Calloway (cab) School of the Arts

High School · Red Clay Consolidated School District

100 North duPont Road, Wilmington, DE 19807

Enrollment

934

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Wilmington

#14 of 50

public schools

Delaware high schools

#15 of 42

In district

#9 of 26

Red Clay Consolidated School District

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Calloway (cab) School of the Arts

Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts serves 934 students in grades 6-12 in Wilmington, Delaware, offering a specialized arts education within the public school system. This unique institution ranks #47 out of 220 schools statewide, placing it in the 79th percentile with a solid 7.2 MySchoolScout rating and an impressive 9.4 academic score. The school demonstrates particular strength in English Language Arts, where 76% of students achieve proficient or above levels across all grades.

Mathematics performance shows room for growth, with 46% of students meeting proficiency standards. With 46 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, the school maintains a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Students benefit from the school's location in the affluent 19807 ZIP code, where families enjoy a median household income of $143,443 and 77% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The community's low poverty rate of 6.9% reflects strong economic stability, while median home values of $857,700 indicate a well-established neighborhood. Calloway School of the Arts provides students with specialized artistic training while maintaining solid academic standards in Delaware's small city environment, drawing from a highly educated and economically stable community that values both educational excellence and creative expression.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Calloway (cab) School of the Arts is 20.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Above Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-4.02 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46%
Reading/ELA Proficiency76%
Overall Proficiency61%
Expected (poverty-adj.)34%
vs. Expected+26.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation24.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,267

Calloway (cab) School of the Arts — Students at Calloway (cab) School of the Arts score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores DE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from DE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
62%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
76%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Calloway (cab) School of the Arts Compares

See how Calloway (cab) School of the Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
75th percentile in DE
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
6.4/10
Above average
Environment
2.9/10
Below average

Location

100 North duPont Road, Wilmington, DE 19807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calloway (cab) School of the Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Charter School of Wilmington (rated 7.5/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is Conrad Schools of Science (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PADUA ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Charter School of Wilmington Wilmington 0.0 mi 7.5
Odyssey Charter School Wilmington 0.7 mi 5.3
duPont (Alexis I.) Middle School Greenville 1.0 mi 6.4
Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School Wilmington 0.9 mi 6.2
Douglass School Wilmington 1.1 mi 7.7
The Bayard School Wilmington 1.1 mi 7.0
NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON Wilmington 1.2 mi 8.0
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA GRADE SCHOOL Wilmington 1.1 mi 6.8
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.0
Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School Wilmington 1.3 mi 5.3
PADUA ACADEMY Wilmington 1.3 mi 6.2
ST ANN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.4 mi 5.7
duPont (Alexis I.) High School Wilmington 1.8 mi 5.9
URSULINE ACADEMY, LOWER Wilmington 1.5 mi 7.5
Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School Wilmington 1.6 mi 6.3
Richardson Park Elementary School Wilmington 2.1 mi 6.1
THE TATNALL SCHOOL Wilmington 1.8 mi 7.0
Delaware Military Academy Wilmington 2.2 mi 5.4
Conrad Schools of Science Wilmington 2.3 mi 7.1
ST PETER CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Wilmington 2.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,905

Median Home Value

$895,400

Median Rent

$1,600/mo

Population

7,763

College Educated

76.2%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

53.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Calloway (cab) School of the Arts has a median household income of $156,905. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $895,400, with a median rent of $1,600/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Odessa High School Townsend, DE 7.2
Middletown High School Middletown, DE 7.3
St. Georges Technical High School Middletown, DE 7.3
Conrad Schools of Science Wilmington, DE 7.1
Dickinson (John) School Wilmington, DE 7.0
Charter School of Wilmington Wilmington, DE 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calloway (cab) School of the Arts

What grades does Calloway (cab) School of the Arts serve?

Calloway (cab) School of the Arts serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Calloway (cab) School of the Arts?

Calloway (cab) School of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 934 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calloway (cab) School of the Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Calloway (cab) School of the Arts is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Calloway (cab) School of the Arts rank in DE?

Calloway (cab) School of the Arts is ranked #55 out of 219 schools in DE.

What is Calloway (cab) School of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Calloway (cab) School of the Arts has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Calloway (cab) School of the Arts?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Calloway (cab) School of the Arts has 51.0% math proficiency and 78.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Calloway (cab) School of the Arts a charter school?

No, Calloway (cab) School of the Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Calloway (cab) School of the Arts a Title I school?

No, Calloway (cab) School of the Arts is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,289/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wilmington). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
934
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
New Castle County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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